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Welcome to the Fire Department site at the City of Berkeley, CA.

The Berkeley Fire Department proudly serves the densely populated City of Berkeley, California including the University of California. The Berkeley Fire Department was established in 1904 and is said to have been the first motorized fire department in the western United States. The Berkeley Fire Department provides 24 hour response for emergencies including fire suppression, medical emergencies, hazardous materials events, water rescue, disaster response, and other life threatening situations. The Department also supports these efforts through training, fire prevention, disaster preparedness, and public education programs. We’d love to hear from you! Please take our Customer Satisfaction Survey found under “Quick Links” on our website